Quality Assurance Officer - SSN AUKUS Build Program
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ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
About the Opportunity
This role represents a rare opportunity to work on the pioneering SSN AUKUS Build Program, delivering an essential sovereign capability for Australia. The Quality Assurance Advisor will work within the Corporate Quality Assurance Team to help ASC maintain certification against ISO and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and other standards. This position involves auditing ASC and its sub-contractors to ensure that required processes and quality tools are effectively maintained and managed.
Responsibilities
- Conduct audits of ASC and its sub-contractors to ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, and ISO55001 standards.
- Perform audits according to approved schedules.
- Assist ASC and its sub-contractors in understanding, implementing, and resolving non-conformances and recommendations.
- Participate in the development, implementation, management, improvement, support, training, and facilitation of the Corporate Management System.
- Support 2nd and 3rd party audit programs to ensure contractual and certification compliance.
- Undertake projects and activities as directed by the Assurance Manager and/or Team Lead.
- Maintain records, files, and databases for traceability and review to ensure compliance with requirements.
Please note: Availability for collaboration calls outside normal working hours (UK timezone) is required. Periodic domestic and international travel may also be required on an ad hoc basis.
About you
- Substantial (3 years minimum) relevant quality experience.
- Lead Auditor Qualification and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the audit of business management systems.
- Ability to assess results of quality inspections and tests to assure compliance with specified technical requirements (specifications, standards).
- Problem-solving skills, flexibility, logical analytical thought process, and sound judgment with the ability to interpret inspection results and promptly assess corrective action where required.
- Sound working knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001 & ISO55001.
- Computer literacy skills – Demonstrated competency in the Microsoft Office Suite functions.
- Ability to lead and work within a team environment with a mature and confident disposition and a willingness to support continuous improvement in all areas of ASC.
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Advantages
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
- Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.
Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.
About ASC
ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.
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📌 Quality Assurance Officer - SSN AUKUS Build Program
🏢 Asc
📍 Adelaide